Versatile Technologist 3 System Administrator
Provide IT system support which consists of no less than 4 separate classified and 2 unclassified mixed operating system developer networks spread across multiple sites. A complex AV network routes audio and video via fiber around the local facility and via IP to other sites.
Performs a broad range of systems and applications support activities. Analyzes computing requirements. Consults and leads activities to meet system needs. Candidate will interface with the Hardware Software Integration group of BDS, Phantom Works, Strategic Development and Experimentation organization. Workstation and Server support in lab and production facilities, not necessarily Boeing Standard images, supporting Windows, Solaris, and Linux environments. Evaluate software and hardware to meet program requirements and ensures system conforms with architectural objectives. Leads activities to define, apply, and integrate security solutions into information systems. Performs asset management to meet enterprise and program standards. Installation, support, and maintenance of audio visual, multimedia systems, and multicast studio environment system equipment. Travel will be required between remote sites. Good communication skills are mandatory to interface with Boeing, Government, and installation and service personnel. Candidate must be able to work with minimal supervision and be able to independently resolve hardware, software, or systems issues. Ability to deal with complex computing/audio visual discipline in a mixed Boeing and non-Boeing environment. Requires knowledge of infrastructure support in lab or other non-Enterprise environments. A detailed understanding of Windows OS and Linux is required. In depth knowledge of audio visual/presentation systems desired. Good understanding with operating and maintaining audio visual equipment, including the following: Advanced visualization systems Tactical/clear communications platforms GUI touch screens Boeing enterprise VTC equipment Engineering/technical advanced computing platforms NAS/SAN devices Video compression and streaming equipment.
Competencies
General• Project Management
Experienced in creating comprehensive project schedules identifying time frames for key project milestones. Directs and manages more complex project schedules; independently identifies project resource requirements, may collaborate with others on the most complex projects assigned or assist more experienced employees in complex large scale projects. Ability to accept, direct and perform responsibilities and work assigned tasks as a project team member in support of the overall project; leads and directs the activities and resources of assigned projects and supports higher graded employees in more large scale and complex projects.
• Work Standards
Establishes criteria and/or work procedures to achieve a high level of quality, productivity, or service. Dedicates required time and energy to assignments or tasks to ensure that no aspect of the work is neglected; works to overcome obstacles to completing tasks or assignments. Accepts responsibility for outcomes (positive or negative) of one's work; admits mistakes and refocuses efforts when appropriate. Provides encouragement and support to others in accepting responsibility; does not accept others' denial of responsibility without questioning.
Technical• Application Analysis
Complete ability to analyze business domain knowledge, requirements analysis, develop business domain process models. Analyzes for improvements, develops investment decisions, designs and performs product verification & validation.
• Hardware/Software Development
Complete knowledge of programming languages (e.g., C#, Java, Java 2 Enterprise and Mobile Editions (J2EE, J2ME), C++, Visual Basic, C, Assembly, Ladder Logic, Numerical Control (NC) Programming, Matlab). Complete knowledge of communications, networking, and protocols (e.g., Transport Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP), File Transfer Protocol (FTP), Extensible Mark-up Language (XML), Wireless Access Protocol (WAP)). Complete knowledge of computing equipment and its operating systems (e.g., Windows, Unix, Linux). Complete knowledge of software development and testing tools (e.g., editors, compilers, linkers, desktop simulations, configuration management tools, requirements management tools) capability and usage. Complete ability to apply knowledge of database engines to the design of databases and reporting structures. Complete Ability to integrate hardware and software components into a functional system. Knowledge of software testing and usability theory. Complete knowledge of testing, usability practices. Complete ability to write and execute test scripts and perform usability analyses.
• IT Multi-tasking
Takes independent action demonstrating the ability to process multiple types of technical and security information and/or perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Leverages necessary resources to perform multiple tasks simultaneously. Gathers the necessary information and makes sound decisions on prioritizing tasks and refocuses efforts when required. Demonstrates the ability to effectively utilize tools to manage and organize tasks. Provides effective communication to stakeholders when tasks supporting them are reprioritized or delayed.
• Information Protection
Complete knowledge of the security of architecture, electronic data communications, network/data, electronic commerce, and other related areas to provide computing security and integration services to company computer users and customers. Interfaces with the appropriate government agencies, customers, suppliers, and company personnel in order to facilitate implementation of protective mechanisms and to ensure understanding of and compliance with computing security requirements.
• Information Technology Fluency
Complete ability in the use of personal computing hardware and software to enter project information, such as, statements of work, resource identification and usage, task status, cost estimating and tracking, etc. Complete knowledge of processes and tools to maintain, archive, and retrieve digital files. Complete ability in constructing/building and providing reports and presentation material as needed for assigned projects. Complete knowledge of identifying and gaining approval of testing of established applications to meet project requirements.
• System Integration/Design
Complete ability to build computing systems from a variety of components to provide a business solution, including the ability to integrate application components and databases across computing platforms.
Basic Qualifications For ConsiderationDo you have a current/active Top Secret (TS) security clearance or a current Single-Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)? (Note: If you held a security clearance within the last two years, your clearance is considered current/active).
Do you have experience administering the Linux/Unix operating systems?
Do you have any experience with the design and implementation of Windows 2008 server?
Typical Education/Experience
Technical bachelor's degree and typically 5 or more years' related work experience or a Master's degree with typically 3 or more years' or a PhD degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A technical degree is defined as any four year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study.
Other Job related information
Candidate must have a current Top Secret Clearance. The successful candidate will possess a record of very high performance. Significant IT systems development and maintenance experience will enable a candidate to successfully function in this assignment. Strong writing & analytical skills and business acumen are necessary, as well as effective people, customer, and presentation skills. Candidates must have a high level of passion, enthusiasm, and demonstration of strong leadership attributes. Prefer advanced degree in computing science, Information Systems, or other technical discipline.
- Business Unit Engineering Ops & Tech
- Division Information Technology
- Program It Infrastructure
- Job Type Non-Management
- Experience Level Career/Experienced
- US Person Status Required? Yes
Closing Date: 02/13/2012
